Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?

This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.

Front-End Web Development for Beginners Specialization

Front-End Web Development for Beginners Specialization

Practical Web Development for Self-Starters. Learn to build and launch your own websites using HTML, CSS, and real-world developer tools.

Instructor: University of Washington Team

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

* Essential front-end skills like HTML, CSS, and web page structure.
* Create a professional, multi-page website that performs well on any screen.

Overview

This beginner-friendly Specialization guides you through the essential skills of front-end web development. You’ll start by learning HTML and CSS to structure and style your pages, then move on to creating responsive layouts that look great on any device. In the final course, you’ll complete a real-world website project, applying everything you've learned to build and launch a professional-quality site.

Along the way, you’ll gain experience with Git and GitHub for version control, and use AI tools to enhance your coding workflow. Whether you’re a DIY learner building a personal project, a designer bringing mockups to life, or a coder looking to sharpen your front-end skills, this Specialization gives you the tools and confidence to go from idea to live website.

What’s included

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

Advance your subject-matter expertise

Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Earn a career certificate from University of Washington

Specialization - 3 course series

At the end of Creating Responsive Layouts for Any Device (Course 2), learners complete a professional website makeover, transforming an outdated restaurant site into a modern, responsive, and accessible experience. Then, in Real-World Website Development Project (Course 3), learners take on a fully guided simulation that mirrors the workflow of a front-end developer. Through simulated emails from a business owner and graphic designer, they receive project specs, feedback, and design files—bringing the client experience to life. Throughout the simulation, learners are encouraged to use AI tools for “vibe coding” and are supported with direct references to instructional content from Courses 1 and 2.

Building Web Pages with HTML & CSS

Course 19 hoursView course

What you'll learn

In this course, you’ll learn essential front-end skills like HTML, CSS, and web page structure.

Skills you'll gain

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Version Control, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), Semantic Web, Front-End Web Development, Debugging, Web Development, Cloud Hosting, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and Web Design and Development

Creating Responsive Websites for Any Device

Course 210 hoursView course

What you'll learn

By the end, you’ll have the skills to create a polished, multi-page website that looks professional and performs well on any screen.

Skills you'll gain

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, GitHub, Web Development, User Experience Design, User Experience, and Front-End Web Development

Guided Website Development Project

Course 310 hoursView course

What you'll learn

This course isn’t just about building a website—it’s about discovering what you’re truly capable of as a front-end developer.

Skills you'll gain

Debugging, Browser Compatibility, Application Deployment, Microsoft Copilot, User Story, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Git (Version Control System), User Requirements Documents, Semantic Web, HTML and CSS, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Development Testing, and GitHub

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

Instructor

University of Washington Team

University of Washington

7 Courses4,290 learners

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University of Washington

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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Front-End Web Development for Beginners Specialization

What you'll learn

Overview

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

What’s included

Advance your subject-matter expertise